18 May 2024 at 14:15
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Home Record / Away Record
Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.
Home Record: Leganes
Away Record: Sporting Gijon
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Data: football-data.co.uk
Match Summary
Leganes defeated Sporting Gijon 2:1. The match was played in Segunda División 2023. Goals were scored by Miguel de la Fuente 17′, Guille Rosas 53′, S. Cissé 77′. 9 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Leganes had 30% possession while Sporting Gijon held 70%. Leganes had 13 shots (5 on target) compared to 11 (4 on target) for Sporting Gijon. Leganes made 5 substitutions, Sporting Gijon made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Leganes and Sporting Gijon — 3 goals and 10 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Christian Rivera
assist: Portillo
Match Statistics
Leganes had 30% possession against Sporting Gijon's 70%. Leganes registered 13 shots (5 on target) while Sporting Gijon managed 11 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 4–7. Fouls committed: 13–7.
Lineups
Leganes lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under Borja Jiménez, while Sporting Gijon deployed a 4-4-2 under Miguel Ángel Ramírez.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Leganes is 6.78, compared to 6.92 for Sporting Gijon. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Leganes's highest-rated starter is Juan Cruz (6.94), while Sporting Gijon's best-rated player is J. Otero (7.10).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Leganes have contributed 4 goals and 4 assists this season, led by Juan Cruz (2G). Sporting Gijon's starters account for 14 goals and 20 assists, spearheaded by J. Otero (12G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Leganes deploy 4 defenders rated 6.79 on average, against Sporting Gijon's 4-man backline averaging 6.85. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Leganes field 4 midfielders averaging 6.94, versus Sporting Gijon's 4 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Leganes start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.58, compared to 2 for Sporting Gijon averaging 7.10. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 79% for Leganes and 70% for Sporting Gijon. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Leganes's starters have collected 14 yellow cards this season, compared to 12 for Sporting Gijon. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Leganes's starting XI is 27.0 (youngest: Juan Cruz (25), oldest: Jorge Sáenz (29)), while Sporting Gijon average 27.3 (youngest: Diego Sánchez (22), oldest: Rubén Yáñez (32)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Leganes's starters average 21 league appearances each, versus 33 for Sporting Gijon. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Borja Jiménez
Substitutes
Coach: Miguel Ángel Ramírez
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Leganes have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Sporting Gijon show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Sporting Gijon
Leganes vs Sporting Gijon Head to Head Results
Leganes and Sporting Gijon have met 11 times — Leganes won 1, Sporting Gijon won 4, with 6 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2016. Sporting Gijon leads the head-to-head with 4 victories from 11 meetings. A combined 20 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.82 per match (8 for the home side, 12 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 6 matches (55%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 3 games (27%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Sporting Gijon are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–2 in 2022.
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Recent Meetings (11)
API data: 17 Apr 2026